Cafe & Coffee Shop Risk Assessment Template
Create a professional, comprehensive risk assessment for cafe & coffee shop in food & beverage settings. Tailor hazards and measures to your needs and download a professional PDF. Add your own branding.
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What this covers.
This template focuses on typical risks and controls for cafe & coffee shop in food & beverage settings. You can add, remove or adapt items to match your context.
Potential benefits
- Encourages responsible caffeine consumption through staff guidance and clear sizing.
- Provides a relaxed third space for informal meetings, study, and remote work.
- Strengthens local micro-economies by showcasing small-batch coffee and baked goods.
- Improves street activation and perceived safety through regular daytime activity.
- Supports arts and culture via small events, noticeboards, and community displays.
Typical hazards & measures
- Lone working — Provide lone workers with panic alarms, secure lock-up procedures, and check-in systems. Keep external areas well lit, and restrict late-night shifts to experienced staff.
- Customer illness or choking — Train staff in first aid and choking response, and keep first-aid kits accessible. Maintain sightlines to seating areas. Record incidents and review emergency protocols regularly.
- Electrical safety with coffee equipment — PAT test kettles, grinders, and coffee machines annually. Replace damaged cords immediately. Keep sockets dry and away from sinks. Train staff on safe shutdown before cleaning. Fit RCD protection.
- Vehicle access and delivery hazards — Schedule deliveries outside peak customer hours, use trolleys with brakes, and cordon unloading zones. Keep pavements and curbs slip-resistant and well lit. Train staff in safe handling and ensure delivery vehicles do not obstruct customer access or fire exits.
- Lighting and ambience — Ensure adequate lux levels at prep counters and customer areas. Maintain emergency lighting and replace bulbs promptly. Avoid shadows in seating and display areas. Inspect fittings monthly.
How to use this template
- Click Create Risk Assessment: Cafe & Coffee Shop to begin immediately.
- Review suggested hazards and measures, then tailor as needed.
- Download your PDF. Create a free account if you want to save.
FAQ
Do I need an account to start?
You can begin filling out your risk assessment straight away. Create a free account if you want to save your work.
Can I download a PDF?
Yes - download a clean, professional PDF at the end.
Can I edit a saved assessment?
Yes, personal and unlimited members can edit saved assessments from the account dashboard.
